Recipe

Black Bean Burgers

Crispy black bean patties with smoky spices, herbs, and classic burger toppings.

Ingredients

• 2 cans (15 oz / 425 g each) black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1/2 cup rolled oats
• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
• 1/2 onion, finely diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp tomato paste
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1/4 cup chopped cilantro or parsley
• 2 tbsp ground flax + 5 tbsp water (flax egg)
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil
• 6 burger buns
• Lettuce, tomato, avocado for toppings

Method

1. Whisk flax and water, let sit 5 min until gelatinous.
2. Pat black beans very dry with paper towels. Spread on a baking sheet, bake at 325°F (160°C) for 15 min to dry out.
3. Mash beans in a bowl, leaving some whole for texture.
4. Add oats, breadcrumbs, onion, garlic, tomato paste, soy sauce, cumin, paprika, herbs, flax egg, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
5. Form into 6 patties. Refrigerate 30 min.
6. Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook patties 4–5 min per side until crisp.
7. Serve on buns with desired toppings.

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